Black-Eyed Pea-Feta Spread

Dec 16, 2005 12:00 PM


Black-Eyed Pea-Feta Spread
December, 2005

Makes 1 3/4 cups / This savory spread, perfect on sandwiches or served as an appetizer, is a good source of protein and fiber, as well as calcium, folate, and vitamin A.

1 1/2 cups cooked black-eyed peas
2 cloves garlic
1/2 cup crumbled, reduced-fat feta cheese
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
Water crackers or French bread

1. Combine all ingredients (except parsley and crackers or bread) in a blender or food processor and process until smooth, about 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with water crackers or sliced French bread.


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PER SERVING (1/4 cup): 90 cal, 45% fat cal, 5g fat, 1g sat fat, 1mg chol, 3g protein, 9g carb, 2g fiber, 238mg sodium

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